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Denso

Electrical Controls Engineer 3

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JOB SUMMARY:
Under limited supervision, designs, documents, fabricates, implements and troubleshoots controls for semi-automatic and automatic manufacturing equipment, with end goals of improving production safety, quality, capacity and/or lower costs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Designs safety and operational controls for new and existing equipment and troubleshoots any issues with these controls, referring complex issues to more experienced engineers when needed.
  • Specifies components for use in equipment for controls systems. Documents control systems in drawings, schematics and spec sheets.
  • Programs PLC controllers and documents PLC programs using ladder logic diagrams.
  • Collaborates with Automation Engineering and Maintenance to verify that the design of all production equipment meets all regulatory and DENSO standards.
  • After consulting with Automation Engineering and Maintenance, creates equipment specifications based upon requirements for GUI/communication interfaces and networking requirements.
  • Collaborates with production planning to schedule electrical work and equipment modifications and/or installation.
  • Develops clear and concise operator instruction manuals.
  • May train or mentor less experienced engineers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or other related engineering field
  • 5+ years as a Machine builder, Controls Engineer or related
  • PLC programming experience with a focus on Allen Bradley and Studio 5000
  • Functional experience programming VFD’s and Servo controllers.
  • Proficiency in creating detailed electrical and fluid schematics
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong background of system design, implementation, testing and maintenance
  • Experience with Functional Safety standards

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • PLC programming, controls circuit design, machine safety standards and component selection criteria knowledge and experience required
  • Analytical skills with an ability to independently evaluate and develop innovative solutions to complex situations
  • Written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills. Ability to communicate with internal and external customers on issues of moderate to considerable importance, up to and including senior management.
  • Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
  • Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines
  • Project management skills, including identifying and scheduling process steps, determining resources and staff required to successfully complete assigned projects or project steps and reporting on project
  • Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to apply process improvement planning and checking to own work output and to assist others with identifying gaps in work results

Benefits Summary:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plans
• 401K with 4% Company Match
• Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
• Bonus Program
• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
• Company provided Life, Disability, ADD, and Business Travel Insurance
• Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
• Various Optional Insurance Programs such as Legal, Identity Theft, Critical Illness, etc.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development and Ongoing Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
• Volunteer opportunities
• Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
• Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
• Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)

Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.
Annual Salary: $96,000 - $120,000